After the first lockdown for 21 days starting March 25, 2020 there is every indication that the nationwide lockdown to control the spread of Covid 19 will be extended at least until April 30. While this may save lives but will take a big toll on livelihoods which finally would cost lives as well. Until when should the lockdown be continued? What should be the parameters based on which the decision to relax the lockdown or remove it altogether should be taken?

Covid 19 has virtually locked down the world and brought all supply chains to a halt. Many say it will alter the way business will be done post the crisis. Will it be so? Will the chemical industry seriously consider adopting digital to conduct business?